Often your jurisdiction will require a separate T off the main line, which would involve trenching to get to a 2nd meter. 

I am not an expert, and of course consult someone that specializes in this. ( my don't sue me disclosure, LOL)I see the word "Black Mold" overused so often in this business.

Often times it is better to pay tax on the deed rather than the harvest.

Another thing I'll mention is the landlord as broken his own lease multiple times by entering our house without permission while nobody was present and often walks in unannounced.Appreciate any thoughts

Often a really good realtor will be able to get you into them before the auction don't be afraid to ask.3.

@Tom LippsAnother factor to consider is the type of tenant you will rent to in a 2BR VS a 3BR.

It probably is the case depending on the location, type of tenant, and type of your own personality. 

The HELOC doesn't cost you anything to hold if you don't use it for a while, and you can often times get low interest periods on the front end to help you pay them down quickly.

Every renter has to start somewhere, and most people will have something on their history or situation that isn't ideal, but that's part of the game.The felony is the only "real" issue I see, however I've had dozens of houses with dogs (of all sizes and breeds), and very often those backyards got thrashed. 

Funny thing is in these cases, the public utility is the first to notice and often come by to take a look at the meter thinking something is wrong with their equipment.